AHC Live Events Board: Canaan Valley to New River Gorge
Our dedicated Live Events Board at Mountaineer Media is the driving force behind the success of the Almost Heaven Classic. This exceptional team, which brought West Virginia the 2023 Almost Heaven Classic in Canaan Valley, has been hard at work, guaranteeing the 2024 Almost Heaven Classic in the New River Gorge surpasses all expectations.
Live Events Board pictured with the winning team at the 2023 AHC in Canaan Valley!
To offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse, the AHC demands months of meticulous planning. This includes negotiations with host venues, securing over 25 sponsorship agreements, coordinating entertainment, food arrangements, crafting marketing materials, and curating top-notch social media content.
Our dedicated team conducts numerous hour-long Zoom meetings, exchanges thousands of group texts, and collaborates on Google Sheets to bring this event to life. We are immensely grateful for a team that holds a profound commitment to the state of West Virginia and strives relentlessly to deliver a world-class experience for our attendees.
Meet the Team
Andrew Montes, (pictured left) is an Account Executive at People Driven Technology in Columbus, OH. He represents PDT, a family-owned business dedicated to delivering tangible results for its clients. With over a decade of experience, Andrew has been privileged to share his expertise and insights with numerous organizations. Montes plays a key role in developing and running the golf tournament portion of the Almost Heaven Classic.
Logan Garrison (pictured top right), a West Virginia University graduate, is a passionate outdoors enthusiast. Golfing, boating, hiking, and skiing keep Logan busy year-round. He's also an avid soccer fan, supporting the Gunners. Recently married to his high school sweetheart, Logan currently serves as the Lead Supply Chain Analyst at TC Energy. Garrison brings a decade of golf knowledge to the Saturday tournament of the Almost Heaven Classic.
Joslyn Barnhart, (pictured bottom left) is a Communities In Schools Liaison and West Virginia State University graduate. She combines her passion for education and community engagement to ensure student success. Beyond her professional roles, Joslyn enjoys the outdoors with her loyal companion, Sully, exemplifying a holistic approach to life and a commitment to education and community building. Barnhart will be instrumental for the Friday networking and panel discussion portion of the Almost Heaven Classic.
Finally, our Co-founders, Cooper Simmerman and C.J. Harvey, are thrilled to once again bring their vision to life in West Virginia. Through our podcast interviews with hundreds of industry leaders, we've uncovered a recurring theme: the significance of nurturing meaningful relationships with colleagues in team building and management.
At the AHC, we embrace an "open invite" approach, breaking down barriers and dismantling the "old boys club" atmosphere that can persist in our society.
For 2024, we've meticulously crafted a 'Wild and Wonderful' weekend to enhance our guests' experience to the fullest. Whether you're joining us as part of a team or as an individual attendee, whether you're a small business owner or a West Virginia professional poised for your next career advancement, this is an event you absolutely can't afford to miss!